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ASK MOLLY by Heather Havrilesky is a Substack focused on personal reflections covering societal norms, authenticity, nostalgia, and self-expression. It explores themes like self-reflection, the importance of being true to oneself, and the challenges of conforming to societal expectations, interwoven with personal anecdotes and cultural observations.

Self-Reflection Societal Norms Authenticity and Self-Expression Nostalgia Personal Growth Consensus and Decision Making Cultural Observations

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Undead

6662 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Gender Writing Expression Identity Opinion
  1. The author reflects on societal expectations and challenges faced by unfamous women writers
  2. Exploring the pressure to conform to traditional roles and the struggle to be authentic and outspoken
  3. Discussing the importance of speaking out and sharing experiences, despite societal expectations

Eve

4933 implied HN points • 23 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Stories Art
  1. Eat whatever you want.
  2. Stay committed to your work despite distractions.
  3. Embrace self-expression and authenticity.

Faster

471 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🚌 Education Writing Workshop Learning
  1. The post is about writing faster and not delaying
  2. The focus of the workshop is on the importance of not burying the lead
  3. The session is part of a paid seminar for writing
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Job

569 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
  1. The post is about a job search by someone looking for a small pond as a big fish.
  2. The author's husband transitioned from a remote academic job to a new job after a move.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only.

Lush

373 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Development
  1. The post is titled 'Lush' and it's about wishing good luck.
  2. The content includes a descriptive excerpt about a tropical island.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only with an option to subscribe or sign in.

Eat

2083 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Food
  1. The post is about the author's experience of eating and talking with a friend in town.
  2. The author mentions a habit of eating two-meal-size servings twice a day.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only.

Ripe

746 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Literature
  1. The post reflects on nostalgia for the past.
  2. The post discusses finding motivation and inspiration in everyday experiences.
  3. The content is only accessible for paid subscribers.

Run

471 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Running Exercise Health
  1. The post is about running and how it could be worse.
  2. The author's sister loves running and describes it as horrible but with a smile.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only.

Keep

511 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Visual Arts Creativity Expression
  1. The post discusses self-reflection and paying attention to one's emotions.
  2. It emphasizes the importance of believing in what you feel and not dismissing your emotions.
  3. The content is geared towards paid subscribers.

Real

550 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Stories Travel
  1. The post is about feeling nostalgia for a changing San Francisco.
  2. The content is for paid subscribers only.
  3. The author Heather Havrilesky reflects on the changing bars in the Mission district.

Enjoy

550 implied HN points • 04 Feb 23
  1. The post is by Heather Havrilesky on askmolly.substack.com
  2. The post is about an interesting encounter during lunch
  3. This specific post is for paid subscribers only

Room

530 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Fantasy Art
  1. Shares of this fantasy are falling faster
  2. Someone in the house has a crush on Pedro Pascal
  3. Post is for paid subscribers only

Theft

511 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Art & Illustration
  1. The post discusses the concept of theft and what is left behind.
  2. The post features the work 'Wandering Star' by Remedios Varo.
  3. To access the full post, readers need to be paid subscribers.

Grow

471 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Advice
  1. The importance of trying, failing, and trying again.
  2. Valuing your own perspective and not always conforming to others' expectations.
  3. Respecting boundaries by not giving unsolicited advice.